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Farewell Yellow Brick Road

Memories of My Life on Tour

by Elton John
David Furnish
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In this lavish retrospective authored by the icon himself, Elton John shares his fondest memories, most unforgettable moments, and previously untold stories from his record-breaking final tour.
Farewell Yellow Brick Road is a full-color celebration of Elton John's record-breaking, globe-spanning farewell tour—from Allentown to Auckland, from Sydney to San Francisco. Featured concerts include Elton's dazzling performances at Los Angeles' Dodger Stadium in November 2022, the finale of which streamed live on Disney+. Fans will be treated to a behind-the-scenes glimpse into every aspect of these spectacular shows, including Elton's legendary touring wardrobe by Gucci, the set design, official photography, and more.
As the tour weaves across the world, Elton reaches back in time to reflect on key moments from his life on the road and to reminisce about the beginning of his career while sharing never-before-seen images and memorabilia. A poignant foreword by David Furnish, Elton's husband and manager, as well as the tour's creative director, rounds out this incredible insider's look. Join Elton on his remarkable, career-affirming farewell.

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    September 24, 2024

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      • ISBN: 9781368110570

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      • ISBN: 9781368110570
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    • English

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    • Booklist

      Starred review from August 1, 2024
      In this lavish and colorful chronicle of his Farewell Yellow Brick Road tour, Elton John begins by remembering the first time he performed before a live audience in 1964, "when I was a schoolboy of sixteen." He played an out-of-tune upright piano in a pub, singing Jim Reeves and Cliff Richard on weekends for over a year. He decided to change his name from Reginald Dwight to a more rock 'n' roll-sounding moniker. When he met his erstwhile lyricist, Bernie Taupin, his future was set. As husband and manager David Furnish notes, the farewell tour was the largest and most extensive in John's career. It began in Allentown, Pennsylvania, in 2018 and took a break during COVID-19 before ending in 2023 in Stockholm (rather than Dodger Stadium in L.A., as originally planned, because of a hip injury). In addition to details on planning the tour, the book features fan remembrances and concert f lashbacks. But what makes this volume a standout are the images, especially the fabulous costumes John has worn over the decades (such as the famous Donald Duck costume by designer Bob Mackie). This fun and warmhearted celebration of a singular performer is as flamboyant and outrageous as Elton John himself.

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    • Library Journal

      June 1, 2024

      A celebration and record of John's farewell tour, this richly illustrated work details a vast array of concerts and performances that span the globe. It includes lavish behind-the-scenes details of sold-out stadiums, set designs, costumes, and more, plus reflections by Elton on his music and life. Prepub Alert.

      Copyright 2024 Library Journal

      Copyright 2024 Library Journal, LLC Used with permission.

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